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Useful tips on how to find the perfect name for your fictional characters.

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Understanding that there is a "sense of life" in fiction gives you a powerful tool for understanding the impact of stories.

When and how to use profanity in your writing

Word décor is trendy, but many writers avoid it. Why? What does it take for writers to use the written word as wall art?